National Weather Service Alerts for Chester County, PA

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Dryer Fire at Oakwood Manor Apartments
WatchDesk, November 27
At 5:48 PM, our department was alerted for a fire alarm sounding at Oakwood Manor Apartments, Building "C" on Cherry Street. The initial caller reported hearing alarm bells sounding. The incident was upgraded to a building fire after additional callers reported an odor of something burning and hearing an explosion in the laundry room.
Deputy, Engine, Ladder and MICU 65-1 responded to the incident. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Afternoon House Fire in the West End
WatchDesk, November 25
At 3:25 PM, our department and first-alarm companies were alerted for a house fire on the 1100 block of Callowhill Street. The caller reported their house was on fire.
Chief, Rescue, Ladder, Utility 65-1, and MICU 65-2 responded to the incident. Crews arrived to find smoke coming from the house. There was fire to the rear on the exterior trim and wall between a window and entry door. Firefighters ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Faulty HVAC Unit Causes Smoke Condition at Gamer's Heaven
WatchDesk, November 11
At 5:20 PM, our department was alerted for Ladder 65 to assist Kimberton Fire Company with a building fire at Gamer's Heaven in Kimberton Square, East Pikeland Township. The caller reported smelling smoke then seeing smoke from the vents.
Ladder 65-1 and Utility 65-2 responded on the assignment. Upon arrival, our crew was directed to the roof to investigate. The cause was found to be a faulty HVAC ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Woods Fire in Upper Providence
WatchDesk, November 11
At 4:11 PM, our department was alerted for Engine 65 to assist UPT Fire & Emergency Services with a woods fire in the area of Peters Way in Upper Providence Township. Our crew assisted with cutting a tree and breaking up a stump so the fire could be fully extinguished. ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Vehicle Rescue Training
PIO, November 05
Firefighters recently participated in vehicle rescue training for weekly drill. Vehicle rescue generally consists of extricating one or more persons who are confined or trapped inside, against or under a vehicle.
This session was an opportunity for our senior personnel to practice their skills, and for one of our new members their first opportunity to operate the Jaws of Life and other rescue tools.
Thank ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Mid-day Porch Fire on the North Side
WatchDesk, November 02
At 11:44 AM, our department and first-alarm companies were alerted for a house fire on Franklin Avenue near Fillmore Street. The caller reported the front porch was on fire.
Chief, Engine, Ladder 65-1 and MICU 65-1 responded on the assignment. Crews arrived to find a small fire on the porch. The fire was extinguished which required some of the wood to be cut away.
First-alarm companies except Phoenixville ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Please Consider Donating to our Annual Fund Drive
PIO, October 29
Dear Friend and Neighbor,
Fall is upon us and cooler weather has arrived. After just over a year in our new building at 150 Paradise St, it’s safe to say that we’ve settled in. While we are no longer at the center of town, we strive to be at the center of your hearts. To do this, we’ve ramped up our efforts to engage in community-oriented activities. Our goal is to be available to residents not only ... (Full Story & Photos)
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Row Home Fire on the North Side
WatchDesk, October 05
At 9:14 AM, our department and first-alarm companies were alerted for a building fire on the 200 block of Airy Street. The caller reported they see smoke and a fire detector is going off.
Chief, Engine, Rescue, Utility and MICU 65-2 responded on the assignment. Engine 65 arrived to find smoke showing from a three-unit row home. A Working Fire Dispatch was transmitted bringing a Rescue from Royersford, ... (Full Story & Photos)
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